A Little Black Dress, And A New Tat: Visible Monday

I love a little black dress. Really, I could wear one almost every day, with just a little tweaking here and there. A black dress goes with everything, is always in style, and doesn’t show the burrito sauce.

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The black dress I wore today is a second-hand number I found on eBay for about $25. It’s by COS, one of my new favorite brands (mostly secondhand) for basics. I like their minimalist silhouettes; they come off as a Parisian look to me although the company is Swedish. This dress has cap sleeves, an easy fit, and pockets, and a light fabrication for Florida hell Summer season.

My new melanoma-removal scar looks like a cool barbed-wire tattoo. I’m such a badass.

I added a sheer floral top for color, and an industrial-style vintage cuff. The funky Cydwoq booties are an old favorite that I think I’ll wear until they fall apart.

The oh-so-groovy pockets on the dress look a little lumpy here. They are more streamlined IRL.

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I’m new to your blog. I have a wicked melanoma-removal scar on my arm, too! Very glad you caught it in time. I was thinking of having a tree or vine tattooed on it, but now I just like it by itself. Coconut oil helps it heal beautifully. Be well.

If you’re going to have a scar then make it a bad ass one! I always get looks of pity when people of a certain age spot my tell-tale hip replacement scar.
Love the way you’ve worn that black dress! xxx

Oh wow, Patti, I hadn’t realised you’d had a melanoma removed – well done to catch it early. Not had one of those but I watch my skin and I’ve caught the early less troublesome cancers (twice) and other stuff as well. Heal well and you look fab as usual 🙂

You look sensational, Patti! Love the LBD with the top and your very fun booties. I haven’t noticed any scar, but I am glad it was caught early! I admire your positive attitude, you are always inspiring! Much love!

Love the cool boots Patti, and the top is such a pretty color, matches your lovely lipstick! You made me laugh with your tattoo. you got my attention! Love the simplicity of a black dress!
Have a great day!
jess xxhttp://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

Oh yeah, the amazing superpowers of black dresses to hide burrito sauce – and salad dressing and coffee too. Fabulous LBD WITH POCKETS – sold! It looks great with the florals on top. And funky boots. Your barbed wire is so badass!!! Thanks for the linkup.

I agree the LBD is so versatile and chic. I love yours and the way you styled it. I think adding a top with it is such a great idea to switch it up. Happy Monday!
Cherylhttp://www.northwestmountainliving.com

I have a few little black dresses in the closet. I can’t get rid of one of them because each has a certain something that comes in handy. And I like how you put the chiffon top over yours. I think I’ll borrow that if you don’t mind 🙂

I love how you find such great second-hand pieces, Patti! I can’t wait for some more time this summer to sort through the local thrift stores for some finds! It takes time, but it’s so fun and such a thrill when you find a treasure!